Old Maps of Main Avenue, West Fargo for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 8 historic maps of Main Avenue. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Main Avenue.


Main Avenue, West Fargo maps

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  1. 1895 Map of Fargo, 1954 Print
    1895 Map of Fargo, 1954 Print
    1895 Fargo
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley thrived as a rail and agricultural frontier during the 1890s, where North Dakota and Minnesota meet. Genealogists can trace family roots through pioneer settlements and rail stops like Kurtz (Elmer Sta.), Wild Rice, and Christine.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1897 Map of Fargo
    1897 Map of Fargo
    1897 Fargo
    1897 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley at the close of the nineteenth century was a bustling intersection of rail lines and river commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Fargo and Moorhead, or find smaller depots like Kurtz (Elmer Sta.) and Wild Rice.
    12 unique versions available

  3. 1953 Map of Fargo, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Fargo, 1965 Print
    1953 Fargo
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley in the mid-fifties was a bustling rail and agricultural corridor during a period of steady prairie growth. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate rail networks of the Great Northern and Soo Line connecting local hubs like Casselton and Wahpeton.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1956 Map of Fargo
    1956 Map of Fargo
    1956 Fargo
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley's agricultural heartland is documented here in the mid-fifties as the rail-and-road network expanded across the plains. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous small railroad towns and local landmarks like Casselton, Sheyenne Valley Church, and Sisseton Indian Res.

  5. 1959 Map of West Fargo, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of West Fargo, 1960 Print
    1959 West Fargo
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley's agricultural and rail heartland is captured during a period of growth near West Fargo and South West Fargo. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Maple-Sheyenne Ch and the Oak Wood Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1985 Map of Fargo
    1985 Map of Fargo
    1985 Fargo
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley and the Minnesota lake country meet in this mid-1980s survey of the Fargo-Moorhead border region. Genealogists and researchers can trace the Burlington Northern rail corridors and find rural communities like Pelican Rapids, Sabin, and Dilworth.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1989 Map of Fargo, 1990 Print
    1989 Map of Fargo, 1990 Print
    1989 Fargo
    1990 Print · USGS
    The Red River Valley at the end of the eighties shows a landscape of flourishing university towns and vital rail corridors. Researchers can trace family roots through Riverside Cem, find early campus layouts for North Dakota State University, or follow the Soo Line Railroad through West Fargo.

  8. 2024 Map of West Fargo North, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of West Fargo North, 2024 Print
    2024 West Fargo North
    2024 Print · USGS
    West Fargo and the Sheyenne River valley are shown here at a moment of significant regional growth. Researchers can trace local heritage through sites like the Fargo National Cem, Harwood, and the pioneer history of Pinkham.

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